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EAR CROPPING ~ TAPING AND POSTING YOUR UNIQUE DOBERMAN
EAR CROPPING ~ TAPING AND POSTING YOUR UNIQUE DOBERMAN PINSCHER PUPPY
Doberman ears are naturally long and floppy much like a black and tan hound, from the very beginning Doberman ears were cropped very short so that if or when they were attacked by an intruder there would be no long floppy ear flap to hold on to and the Dobermann would be able to better perform his or her job of protecting their masters.
One of the most difficult decisions for many Doberman owners today is the one relating to ear cropping.
Cropping your Dobermans ears is a very personal choice and one that needs to be given serious thought.
As a new Unique Doberman puppy owner you must be totally committed to spending considerable amounts of money and time for several months to come to get your puppies ears to stand.
If you are going to show your Doberman in AKC conformation classes you should crop your puppy at 7-9 weeks of age. The ear cropping procedure should not be performed after nine weeks because the ear cartilage is already begging to "set" to lay flat and the blood vessels are becoming too large. Please do not try and crop your Doberman puppy after 12 weeks of age! Many vets prefer to wait as long as possible because of potential adverse reactions of a small puppy to anesthesia, however the longer you wait the longer you will tape and tape and tape, causing you and your puppy unnecessary and prolonged ear posting and wrapping.
Many believe, and we are in this group, that cropped ears have less incidences of ear infections, ear mites etc. and are just much cleaner like the "wild dogs" naturally erect ears. Long floppy ears on any dog is a man made trait, they did not come this way originally.
During the Surgery:
A veterinarian that is an ear cropping specialist will shorten and shape the ear so that it will be carried erect. It's extremely important that this ear cropping surgery has been performed by a competent ear cropping veterinarian so that the end result is in direct proportion to the dog's head and body, believe me this is a very artistic endeavor that your chosen vet must be fully able to successfully perform and care for during the posting process.
Preoperative blood tests depend in part on the age and general health of the animal. Usually, most Doberman puppies are around 7 to 9 weeks of age and are healthy. Following anesthesia, the Doberman puppies ears are clipped and scrubbed with surgical soap to disinfect the area. An incision is made from the top of the ear, down the center and to the base of the ear to remove the outer half of the ear.
After the Surgery: At Unique Dobermans we tape the ears onto a Styrofoam cup on top of their heads until the sutures heal, or if they are still with their litter-mates they are taped down across their head.
Do not allow your Doberman puppies ears to fall down! The longer they are left down the longer they will take to get to stand up. If they are left too long, they may never stand correctly. One day is much too long. An hour or two at most is all you can wait.
There is a great deal of controversy as to whether or not ear cropping is a humane practice. In the United States, the Association of Veterinarians for Animal Rights has recommended that the AKC and other breed associations delete mention of cropped ears from their breed standards. Currently as of this writing in 2023, the choice is still yours.
Please get all the facts before making your decision.
A lot of people prefer the unrecognizable "pet" look of an un-cropped Doberman and feel that it makes their dog appear friendlier and more approachable.
You on the other hand may choose ear cropping to give him the breeds' standard traditional look.
It is a personal decision unless you plan to show.
Please make sure your veterinarian is competent in the latest ear crop techniques and current styles for your Doberman.
And please don't forget: (Please follow your veterinarians recommendations)
Your Doberman puppy will need to fast for 4 hours before the surgery.
Food and water can cause vomiting and aspiration (inhaling of vomit) once the puppy is sedated. This can be fatal. Withhold food after your puppies dinner the night before his surgery. Although the procedure does require the puppy to be anesthetized, it may lessen your fears about cropping to know that the entire operation takes only 30 min. and the puppy is under anesthesia only for that time.
The very first thing your puppy will want to do after being cropped is eat, our veterinarian offers a small bite of high energy canned food when our Unique Doberman puppies wake up from ear cropping surgery.
Average taping time is approximately 4-5 months, please be prepared for it to take considerably longer. Unique Doberman puppies will usually have their ears standing up by the age of 6 - 7 months.
Please be totally committed if you decide to crop your Dobermans ears!
Doberman ears are naturally long and floppy much like a black and tan hound, from the very beginning Doberman ears were cropped very short so that if or when they were attacked by an intruder there would be no long floppy ear flap to hold on to and the Dobermann would be able to better perform his or her job of protecting their masters.
One of the most difficult decisions for many Doberman owners today is the one relating to ear cropping.
Cropping your Dobermans ears is a very personal choice and one that needs to be given serious thought.
As a new Unique Doberman puppy owner you must be totally committed to spending considerable amounts of money and time for several months to come to get your puppies ears to stand.
If you are going to show your Doberman in AKC conformation classes you should crop your puppy at 7-9 weeks of age. The ear cropping procedure should not be performed after nine weeks because the ear cartilage is already begging to "set" to lay flat and the blood vessels are becoming too large. Please do not try and crop your Doberman puppy after 12 weeks of age! Many vets prefer to wait as long as possible because of potential adverse reactions of a small puppy to anesthesia, however the longer you wait the longer you will tape and tape and tape, causing you and your puppy unnecessary and prolonged ear posting and wrapping.
Many believe, and we are in this group, that cropped ears have less incidences of ear infections, ear mites etc. and are just much cleaner like the "wild dogs" naturally erect ears. Long floppy ears on any dog is a man made trait, they did not come this way originally.
During the Surgery:
A veterinarian that is an ear cropping specialist will shorten and shape the ear so that it will be carried erect. It's extremely important that this ear cropping surgery has been performed by a competent ear cropping veterinarian so that the end result is in direct proportion to the dog's head and body, believe me this is a very artistic endeavor that your chosen vet must be fully able to successfully perform and care for during the posting process.
Preoperative blood tests depend in part on the age and general health of the animal. Usually, most Doberman puppies are around 7 to 9 weeks of age and are healthy. Following anesthesia, the Doberman puppies ears are clipped and scrubbed with surgical soap to disinfect the area. An incision is made from the top of the ear, down the center and to the base of the ear to remove the outer half of the ear.
After the Surgery: At Unique Dobermans we tape the ears onto a Styrofoam cup on top of their heads until the sutures heal, or if they are still with their litter-mates they are taped down across their head.
Do not allow your Doberman puppies ears to fall down! The longer they are left down the longer they will take to get to stand up. If they are left too long, they may never stand correctly. One day is much too long. An hour or two at most is all you can wait.
There is a great deal of controversy as to whether or not ear cropping is a humane practice. In the United States, the Association of Veterinarians for Animal Rights has recommended that the AKC and other breed associations delete mention of cropped ears from their breed standards. Currently as of this writing in 2023, the choice is still yours.
Please get all the facts before making your decision.
A lot of people prefer the unrecognizable "pet" look of an un-cropped Doberman and feel that it makes their dog appear friendlier and more approachable.
You on the other hand may choose ear cropping to give him the breeds' standard traditional look.
It is a personal decision unless you plan to show.
Please make sure your veterinarian is competent in the latest ear crop techniques and current styles for your Doberman.
And please don't forget: (Please follow your veterinarians recommendations)
Your Doberman puppy will need to fast for 4 hours before the surgery.
Food and water can cause vomiting and aspiration (inhaling of vomit) once the puppy is sedated. This can be fatal. Withhold food after your puppies dinner the night before his surgery. Although the procedure does require the puppy to be anesthetized, it may lessen your fears about cropping to know that the entire operation takes only 30 min. and the puppy is under anesthesia only for that time.
The very first thing your puppy will want to do after being cropped is eat, our veterinarian offers a small bite of high energy canned food when our Unique Doberman puppies wake up from ear cropping surgery.
Average taping time is approximately 4-5 months, please be prepared for it to take considerably longer. Unique Doberman puppies will usually have their ears standing up by the age of 6 - 7 months.
Please be totally committed if you decide to crop your Dobermans ears!
- Check for odors (The ears should not have a foul smell.)
- Keep the ears dry. If the ears get wet, re-wrap them immediately with dry tape.
- If the ears fall as they probably will, you must put them right back up, just remember that for each day you allow them to be down you can add another week of tapping!
Here is another Ear Taping Method, not what we do but some people like it.
Dr Bill’s Method of Ear Posting
Items Required
Sterile Gauze Pads (Standard 3x3) approximately 2 needed per ear, Good Quality 2 inch Adhesive Tape, CURITY Standard Porous Tape is the BEST!; McDonald’s Large Drink Straw, Scissors
ABOUT AUTHOR: Dr. William V. Martin DVM introduced this method of Ear Posting to me. Dr. Bill (as he is commonly called) resides in Hendersonville, North Carolina, and though retired, still retains a practice for Ear Cropping and Corrective Ear Surgery primarily for Dobermans, Great Danes, and Pit Bull Terriers. He has clients come to him from all over the United States, and is considered by many to be the definitive “expert” in Corrective Ear Surgery. Although he uses a “Styrofoam cup” immediately after cropping young puppies, this method is used after the cups are removed and on any dog older than a young puppy until the Ears are standing.
ABOUT METHOD: I have tried almost every method available on the Internet, tampons, sticks, and Quick Brace to list a few, but Dr. Bill’s Method is by far, the easiest, most economical, most effective and better for your dogs general health, than any of those I have tried. Simple to construct, from easily found materials, Dr. Bill’s posts are the lightest, most non-invasive form of Ear Posting, which both you and your puppy will soon come to appreciate. The general idea behind the Method is “simplicity and effectiveness” and the elements which make it successful are: STRENGTH: provided by the plastic straw; PROTECTION: provided by the Adhesive Tape; DOG FRIENDLY: by being very lightweight, the puppy does not have some bulky apparatus to lug around, the straw provides an airway to the Ear Canal, and the pup’s hearing is not impaired. There are some important things to remember, and I cannot emphasize these enough. First and foremost, you use a high quality Adhesive Tape. Believe me when I say, I have searched the planet for the “right” tape, and by using the correct tape you will find that the Posts stick better, and stay on much longer. Dr. Bill recommends KENDALL CURITY STANDARD POROUS TAPE. It can be found on the Internet at several Professional Medical Supply websites, or your own Vet may be a resource. This tape is very porous, which allows the ear to “breathe”, while supplying the “best” adhesion. Trust me, don’t scrimp in this department, the tape is probably the single important piece of the puzzle. The MCDONALD’S Large Drink Straw provides a lot of strength and support, while being lightweight, flexible, and allowing an “airway” to the bottom of the Ear Canal. I asked a Manager at McDonald’s for a few, and she gave me a thousand of them. Hope I never need that many! Gauze pads are easily found at every drugstore, and I suggest you get the generic “store” brand, as they are less expensive, and will be covered with tape anyway. All you need now is a good pair of scissors, and an assistant to help you hold your subject. Study the pictures carefully, as I have illustrated in detail, so you get both the materials and the concept correct.
PREPARING THE POSTS
On a clean surface, fold out the 3x3 Gauze Pads in half, depending on the size of your puppy, you may need as many as three pads to achieve the correct size of the post. It should be big enough around to fit inside the ear.
Lay out the straw in the center of the gauze pads, leaving about three quarters of one inch of gauze on one end. This is the part that will sit in the cradle of the ear, so it is important that the gauze extends the straw. Now put a piece of tape, about five inches long directly over the straw, this holds the straw in place as you prepare the post.
Now roll the gauze and the straw into a tube. Starting at the bottom of the tube, begin wrapping the tape around the gauze making sure that you leave three quarters of a inch of exposed gauze on the end. This will be the “cushion” which sits in the bottom of the ear canal. As you reach the top of the gauze, twist the tape, so you can now "Back-Tape" the tube from top to bottom.
“Back-Taping” is simply reversing the tape so that the “sticky” side is now out. When you reach the bottom of the tape on the tube, cut off the tape and secure the end to the post.
For right now you should have a post that is very sticky and looks something like this, don't worry about the length of the straw; you will cut it to fit, later in the process. Obviously, you will have to repeat this step so that you will have a post for each ear, and then you will be ready to apply the post to your pup's ears.
APPLYING THE POSTS
Having your assistant hold the puppy's head, take one of the posts and insert it down into the pup's ear. As always be very careful, but be sure to get the post all the way down into the ear. The soft gauze tip will sit in the bottom of the ear and protect it. Once the post is in place, gently wrap the ear around the post and begin taping as close to the base of the ear as you can get. Wrap the first piece, usually about five inches long, by first adhering it to the sticky part of the post, then wrapping in a clockwise manner around the bottom of the ear. This part requires a little bit of practice. It's important to have the tape tight enough to secure the ear, but not too tight to hinder circulation. The tape DOES NOT have to be tight, just stuck to the ear.
Now wrap another five-inch piece of tape, in the same manner, around the top of the ear. Same rules apply in terms of tightness. Now simply repeat the process for the remaining ear.
COMPLETING THE POST
Now the “figure-eight” which holds the two ears together, and provides the stability for the Post. Take your tape and ”rip” a piece about one quarter inch wide, and about two feet long. I find that it is best to reserve a roll of tape specifically for this, as you can continue to “rip” strips from it.
Starting at the bottom of either ear, stick one end of the strip to the tape on the pup's ear, and begin wrapping around both ears in a “figure-eight” motion. Have your assistant hold both ears up, and then “relax” them slightly, as this is the position that you want the ears to remain at after the post is applied. You will continue taping around both ears with the strip until you have reached the end.
Now take a piece of tape, about two inches long, and wrap it around the “figure-eight” between the ears.
This will prevent the tape from sticking to the puppy's head. Final step, cut the top of the straw, just above the top of the ear. This method provides a lightweight yet sturdy post for the Cropped Ears.
When you notice the post is loosening or becomes wet, you can replace it easily. I have experienced great success with this method, and without messy liquid adhesives, bulky, protruding apparatus, and as little disruption to the puppy's normal activities. I have asked for and received Dr. Bill's permission to print these instructions, and make them available on the Internet to anyone that is interested. Many thanks to him and his staff for showing me a “better” way to post ears for my dogs. Questions and comments are always welcome.
DO NOT ALLOW THE EARS TO BECOME WET, IF THEY DO CHANGE WRAPS IMMEDIATELY!
Dr Bill’s Method of Ear Posting
Items Required
Sterile Gauze Pads (Standard 3x3) approximately 2 needed per ear, Good Quality 2 inch Adhesive Tape, CURITY Standard Porous Tape is the BEST!; McDonald’s Large Drink Straw, Scissors
ABOUT AUTHOR: Dr. William V. Martin DVM introduced this method of Ear Posting to me. Dr. Bill (as he is commonly called) resides in Hendersonville, North Carolina, and though retired, still retains a practice for Ear Cropping and Corrective Ear Surgery primarily for Dobermans, Great Danes, and Pit Bull Terriers. He has clients come to him from all over the United States, and is considered by many to be the definitive “expert” in Corrective Ear Surgery. Although he uses a “Styrofoam cup” immediately after cropping young puppies, this method is used after the cups are removed and on any dog older than a young puppy until the Ears are standing.
ABOUT METHOD: I have tried almost every method available on the Internet, tampons, sticks, and Quick Brace to list a few, but Dr. Bill’s Method is by far, the easiest, most economical, most effective and better for your dogs general health, than any of those I have tried. Simple to construct, from easily found materials, Dr. Bill’s posts are the lightest, most non-invasive form of Ear Posting, which both you and your puppy will soon come to appreciate. The general idea behind the Method is “simplicity and effectiveness” and the elements which make it successful are: STRENGTH: provided by the plastic straw; PROTECTION: provided by the Adhesive Tape; DOG FRIENDLY: by being very lightweight, the puppy does not have some bulky apparatus to lug around, the straw provides an airway to the Ear Canal, and the pup’s hearing is not impaired. There are some important things to remember, and I cannot emphasize these enough. First and foremost, you use a high quality Adhesive Tape. Believe me when I say, I have searched the planet for the “right” tape, and by using the correct tape you will find that the Posts stick better, and stay on much longer. Dr. Bill recommends KENDALL CURITY STANDARD POROUS TAPE. It can be found on the Internet at several Professional Medical Supply websites, or your own Vet may be a resource. This tape is very porous, which allows the ear to “breathe”, while supplying the “best” adhesion. Trust me, don’t scrimp in this department, the tape is probably the single important piece of the puzzle. The MCDONALD’S Large Drink Straw provides a lot of strength and support, while being lightweight, flexible, and allowing an “airway” to the bottom of the Ear Canal. I asked a Manager at McDonald’s for a few, and she gave me a thousand of them. Hope I never need that many! Gauze pads are easily found at every drugstore, and I suggest you get the generic “store” brand, as they are less expensive, and will be covered with tape anyway. All you need now is a good pair of scissors, and an assistant to help you hold your subject. Study the pictures carefully, as I have illustrated in detail, so you get both the materials and the concept correct.
PREPARING THE POSTS
On a clean surface, fold out the 3x3 Gauze Pads in half, depending on the size of your puppy, you may need as many as three pads to achieve the correct size of the post. It should be big enough around to fit inside the ear.
Lay out the straw in the center of the gauze pads, leaving about three quarters of one inch of gauze on one end. This is the part that will sit in the cradle of the ear, so it is important that the gauze extends the straw. Now put a piece of tape, about five inches long directly over the straw, this holds the straw in place as you prepare the post.
Now roll the gauze and the straw into a tube. Starting at the bottom of the tube, begin wrapping the tape around the gauze making sure that you leave three quarters of a inch of exposed gauze on the end. This will be the “cushion” which sits in the bottom of the ear canal. As you reach the top of the gauze, twist the tape, so you can now "Back-Tape" the tube from top to bottom.
“Back-Taping” is simply reversing the tape so that the “sticky” side is now out. When you reach the bottom of the tape on the tube, cut off the tape and secure the end to the post.
For right now you should have a post that is very sticky and looks something like this, don't worry about the length of the straw; you will cut it to fit, later in the process. Obviously, you will have to repeat this step so that you will have a post for each ear, and then you will be ready to apply the post to your pup's ears.
APPLYING THE POSTS
Having your assistant hold the puppy's head, take one of the posts and insert it down into the pup's ear. As always be very careful, but be sure to get the post all the way down into the ear. The soft gauze tip will sit in the bottom of the ear and protect it. Once the post is in place, gently wrap the ear around the post and begin taping as close to the base of the ear as you can get. Wrap the first piece, usually about five inches long, by first adhering it to the sticky part of the post, then wrapping in a clockwise manner around the bottom of the ear. This part requires a little bit of practice. It's important to have the tape tight enough to secure the ear, but not too tight to hinder circulation. The tape DOES NOT have to be tight, just stuck to the ear.
Now wrap another five-inch piece of tape, in the same manner, around the top of the ear. Same rules apply in terms of tightness. Now simply repeat the process for the remaining ear.
COMPLETING THE POST
Now the “figure-eight” which holds the two ears together, and provides the stability for the Post. Take your tape and ”rip” a piece about one quarter inch wide, and about two feet long. I find that it is best to reserve a roll of tape specifically for this, as you can continue to “rip” strips from it.
Starting at the bottom of either ear, stick one end of the strip to the tape on the pup's ear, and begin wrapping around both ears in a “figure-eight” motion. Have your assistant hold both ears up, and then “relax” them slightly, as this is the position that you want the ears to remain at after the post is applied. You will continue taping around both ears with the strip until you have reached the end.
Now take a piece of tape, about two inches long, and wrap it around the “figure-eight” between the ears.
This will prevent the tape from sticking to the puppy's head. Final step, cut the top of the straw, just above the top of the ear. This method provides a lightweight yet sturdy post for the Cropped Ears.
When you notice the post is loosening or becomes wet, you can replace it easily. I have experienced great success with this method, and without messy liquid adhesives, bulky, protruding apparatus, and as little disruption to the puppy's normal activities. I have asked for and received Dr. Bill's permission to print these instructions, and make them available on the Internet to anyone that is interested. Many thanks to him and his staff for showing me a “better” way to post ears for my dogs. Questions and comments are always welcome.
DO NOT ALLOW THE EARS TO BECOME WET, IF THEY DO CHANGE WRAPS IMMEDIATELY!
Doberman ear posting with foam
One square Dr. Scholl's MOLEFOAM (NOT Moleskin) per two pups. Available at any drugstore or discount store.
Surgical glue (SKIN BOND is excellent)
Scissors
A ruler and pen
Here's the HOW-TO'S
Clean the ears well.
Take as many squares of MOLEFOAM as needed (two pups per square) and prepare as follows:
Do all of one step before proceeding to the next (i.e., cut six squares in half, then continue to the next step on each stay). It goes faster.
LEAVE PLASTIC BACKING ON MOLEFOAM UNTIL ALL CUTTING IS DONE AND YOU ARE READY TO INSERT.
Using the ruler, measure halfway - vertically from backing edge to backing edge (see illustration). Now, take the ruler and draw a line DIAGONALLY from corner to corner, leaving a half-inch at top. CUT following lines.
Surgical glue (SKIN BOND is excellent)
Scissors
A ruler and pen
Here's the HOW-TO'S
Clean the ears well.
Take as many squares of MOLEFOAM as needed (two pups per square) and prepare as follows:
Do all of one step before proceeding to the next (i.e., cut six squares in half, then continue to the next step on each stay). It goes faster.
LEAVE PLASTIC BACKING ON MOLEFOAM UNTIL ALL CUTTING IS DONE AND YOU ARE READY TO INSERT.
Using the ruler, measure halfway - vertically from backing edge to backing edge (see illustration). Now, take the ruler and draw a line DIAGONALLY from corner to corner, leaving a half-inch at top. CUT following lines.
the "points" rounding the portion that goes in the bell.
Peel off plastic backing on all stays to be used. There is adhesive on the foam, but it is not sticky enough to stay put in the ears.
Place an ample amount of glue on the white, sticky side, starting from about 3/4-inch up from the bottom. Glue all stays to be used on a pup and set aside.
Now place an ample amount of glue, being sure to completely cover the inside of the ear - evenly - starting from the little knob just above the canal (see illustration).
Peel off plastic backing on all stays to be used. There is adhesive on the foam, but it is not sticky enough to stay put in the ears.
Place an ample amount of glue on the white, sticky side, starting from about 3/4-inch up from the bottom. Glue all stays to be used on a pup and set aside.
Now place an ample amount of glue, being sure to completely cover the inside of the ear - evenly - starting from the little knob just above the canal (see illustration).
Wait a minute or so holding the ear up, NOT the four or five minutes as instructed on the glue container, being careful not to let the pup shake his head or you'll glue the ear to the side of the head or together.
Now, roll the base of the stay. Tape with regular first-aid tape if desired.
Be careful not to let the stay stick to the ear before you have positioned it well into the canal (as far down as you would place any other method of posting). Holding the ear in the position you want it to stand, attach the stay - from the bottom up - straightening edges on healing ears. Rub stay to ear to make sure it's well-adhered.
Now, roll the base of the stay. Tape with regular first-aid tape if desired.
Be careful not to let the stay stick to the ear before you have positioned it well into the canal (as far down as you would place any other method of posting). Holding the ear in the position you want it to stand, attach the stay - from the bottom up - straightening edges on healing ears. Rub stay to ear to make sure it's well-adhered.
VOILA! YOU'RE FINISHED!
Don't worry about taking the stays out, they fall out by themselves in about ten days, from the oil on the pup's ear. They seem to be virtually "puppy proof" as the others chew on them, etc., but they don't come out prematurely. There's no problem at all with infection or glop inside the ear canal, because air can get in freely. There's no danger of taping too tight, or cuts and gouges from tape at the base.
It is an incredibly safe, easy and PAINLESS method.
www.uniquedobermans.com
Don't worry about taking the stays out, they fall out by themselves in about ten days, from the oil on the pup's ear. They seem to be virtually "puppy proof" as the others chew on them, etc., but they don't come out prematurely. There's no problem at all with infection or glop inside the ear canal, because air can get in freely. There's no danger of taping too tight, or cuts and gouges from tape at the base.
It is an incredibly safe, easy and PAINLESS method.
www.uniquedobermans.com
Veterinarians who Crop Doberman Ears
Dr. LaBounty in Studio City, CA (818) 762-1491- cropping ears for over 40 years;
Dr. Jezbera
Riverside Animal Hospital
6162 Magnolia Ave, Riverside, CA
(951) 683-4200 (951) 683-4200
EarTrim.com
27351 BlueBerry Hill Dr. #37
Oak Ridge North, TX 77385
713-818-7956
Allen Creek Veterinary Hospital, Grants Pass (541) 476-2233
Ann Platt in Montana
Dr Serena Hagerfeld DVM Fort Wayne Pet Hospital. 260-489-5611 Fort Wayne, Indiana
Dr. Anne Midgarden DVM 12014 Bay Rd. , Wapakoneta, OH, United States, Ohio
(419) 753-3126
Mid-Valley Veterinary Clinic, Sublimity (503)769-2033
Dr. Sam Grant
Dr. Frank Haustavich in Mars, PA
ANIMAL HOSPITAL OF FRISCO
Schaffer, Deborah DVM
Animal Hospital of Frisco
6451 Preston Rd
Frisco, TX
Southgate Animal Clinic, Milwaukie Or. (503) 771-0857
https://www.animalclinicofbillings.com/resources/post-operative-care/dog-ear-cropping/
Amazon Park Animal Clinic, Eugene Or. (541) 485-0161
Dr Johnson ~ Archer Veterinary Clinic ~ South Chicagoland Area
Sophia Koster DVM is in central New Jersey, PA, NJ, NY, and Maryland too.
Banks Veterinary Service, Banks (503) 324-6060
Dr. John Inkley
Randolph Veterinary Clinic
(716) 358-6817 (716) 358-6817
Affordable Pet Care, Stanwood (360) 629-8387
Alabama Midfield Animal Clinic Ear cropping surgeries are performed by Dr. Alley.
Address: 1301 57th St, W Birmingham AL 35228
Phone: 205-925-0099
Alaska Animal House Veterinary Hospital
Address: 2702 Peger Road, Fairbanks, Alaska, 99709
Phone: (907) 479-2800
Website: aknoahsark.com
Arizona Squaw Peak Animal Hospital
Squaw Peak Animal Hospital is a clean, well-lit hospital utilizes the most up-to-date and technologically advanced equipment, and our staff is not only knowledgeable about advanced veterinary techniques, but also possess incredible passion for their work.
Address: 3165 E Lincoln Dr # 115, Phoenix, AZ 85016
Phone: (602) 553-8855
Website: squawpeakvet.com
Arkansas Lyon Veterinary Hospital
Veterinarians on staff: Dr. Brad Lyon & Dr. Jen Mullaly
Address: 5782 West Sunset Avenue, Springdale, AR 72762
Phone: 479-361-4650
Website: lyonvethospital.com
Animal Hospital on Olive
3107 S. Olive St
Pine Bluff, AR 71603
(870) 534-0059
California Watt Avenue Pet Hospital
Ear cropping surgeries are performed by Dr. Susan Barrett. Dr. Barrett graduated from Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 1980 and has over 30 years of experience.
Address: 3321 Watt Avenue, Suite 109, Sacramento, CA 95821
Phone: 916-482-4084
Website: wattavenuepethospital.com
Michael Butchko DVM
Address: 5488 Mission Blvd, Riverside, CA 92509
Phone: (951) 686-2242
St. Louis Veterinary Clinic
774 E Capitol Ave Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 263-8193.
Altadena Pet Hospital
Laser & traditional scalpel ear crop surgeries are available
Address: 2071 North Lake Ave, Altadena, CA 91001
Phone: (626) 798-0738
Website: myaltadenavet.com
South Sacramento Pet Hospital
Over 40 year combined cropping experience in all major breeds
Address: 5651 Franklin Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95824
Phone: 916-421-0619
Website: southsacramentopethospital.com
Riverside Animal Hospital
Dr.Jezbera performs the ear cropping surgeries at Riverside Animal Hospital. He comes highly recommend by numerous dog owners.
Address: 6162 Magnolia Ave, Riverside, CA 92506 (Los angeles area)
Phone: (951) 683-4200
Website: No website available
Woodminster Veterinary Hospital
Address: 5045 Woodminster Lane, Oakland, CA 94602
Phone: 510-531-0121
Website: woodminstervet.com
Avocado Animal Hospital
Avocado Animal hospital recommend getting your puppy's ear cropped between the age of 8 to 12 weeks. However they will crop you dog's ears up to 1 year of age.
Address: 1111 E. Mission Road Fallbrook, CA 92028
Phone: (760) 728-5771
Website: avocadoanimalhospital.com
Colorado Allbrick Veterinary Clinic
David Yedo, DVM & Owner. Very reasonable ear cropping prices ($205.00 per crop)
Address: 8700 Zuni St, Denver, CO 80260
Phone: 303-429-1400
Website: allbrickvetclinic.vetstreet.com
Florida Animal & Bird Hospital
Laser Ear Cropping services available
Address: 2651 Sunset Point Road, Clearwater, Florida 33759
Phone: 727-796-2552
Website: myanimalandbird.com
Veedoc Dobermans
Ear cropping by Dr. Leigh McBride, DVM. Dr. McBride has been practicing veterinary medicine since 1984 and has a special interest in performance animals.
Address: Wildwood, Florida
Phone: 352-748-5454
Website: veedocdobermans.com
Adkins 301 Pet Hospital
Very reasonable ear cropping prices ($125.00)
Address: 5829 Gall Blvd., Zephyrhills, FL 33541
Phone: 813-788-3135
Website: 301pethospital.com
Georgia Dogwood Animal Hospital
Will only crop dogs ages 8-12 weeks
Address: 2050 Sugarloaf Parkway, Lawrenceville, Georgia 30045
Phone: (678) 377-0070
Website: dogwoodanimalhospital.com
Dr. Mya P. Greenberg, DMD
Address: 240 S Broad St, Cairo, GA
39828 Phone: (229) 377-6125
Bassham Veterinary Hospital
Address: 818 Barwick Rd, Quitman, GA 31643
Phone: (229) 263-7535
Atlanta West Veterinary Hospital
102 Thomas Dorsey Dr.
Villa Rica, Ga 30180
Gordon Animal Clinic
Ear crops performed by Dr. Dennard. DVM. A veterinarian with over 35 years of experience.
Address: 2686 Dennard Hardy Rd Gordon, Georgia 31031
Phone: (478) 628-5376
Website: Not available
Hawaii Kokua Pet Clinic
Ear cropping surgeries are performed by Dr. Myatt. Dr. Myatt has over 40 years experience.
Address: 2176 Kamehameha Hwy, Honolulu, HI 96819
Phone: 808-843-8382
Website: kokuapetclinichonolulu.com
Idaho South Mountain Pet Care & Canine Reproduction
$100.00 deposit required for ear crops
Address: 132 E 13800, South Draper, UT 84020
Phone: (855) 584-1257
Website: southmtnpet.com
Illinois Mont Clare Animal Hospital
Dr. Green's has performed over 1,000 ear cropping procedures over the past 30 years
Address: 6854 W. Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL 60707
Phone: (773) 237-0716
Website: montclareanimalhospital.com
Indiana Kokomo Animal Hospital
Cropping is restricted to specific breeds at Kokomo Animal Hospital (Boxers, Dobermans, Pit Bull Terriers, Schnauzers, etc). They will no longer perform ear crop surgeries after 12 weeks of age.
Address: 409 Arnold Ct., Kokomo IN 46902
Phone: (765) 453-1207
Website: kokomoanimalhospital.com
Iowa St. Francis Veterinary Hospital
Dr. Joe Seng performs the ear cropping surgeries at St. Francis. Dr. Joe also happens to be a senator. He served as president for the Iowa Health Council and the president of the Veterinary Medical Association.
Address: 1339 W 7th St, Davenport, IA 52802
Phone: (563) 322-5522
Website: Not available
Strohbehn Veterinary Clinic
A number of Doberman owners highly recommend Strohbehn Veterinary Clinic for ear cropping procedures.
Address: 430 Veterans Memorial Hwy 51501 Council Bluffs
Phone: (712) 366-0556
Website: Not available
Kansas Claycomo Animal Hospital
Veterinarian Dr. Sackett was owner of Claycomo Animal Hospital for 36 years. He performs a number of surgeries, including ear crop procedures, as well as ear crop corrective surgeries.
Address: 6300 N State Route 9 Parkville, MO 64152
Phone: (816) 741-8338
Website: animalclinicofplattecounty.com
Carbondale Veterinary Clinic
Operated by Dr. Teresa Tucker, who is a licensed, experienced Carbondale veterinarian.
Address: 416 North Topeka Street Carbondale, KS 66414
Phone: (785) 836-7212
Website: carbondalevetclinic.com
Kentucky Shively Animal Clinic & Hospital
Serving Kentucky and Indiana since 1959. According one clients, "Their follow up after the ear cropping surgery is beyond expectations".
Address: 2401 Dixie Hwy, Louisville, KY 40216, United States
Phone: (502) 778-8317
Website: shivelyanimalclinic.com
Louisiana Countryside Animal Hospital
Countryside Animal Hospital is one of the few places left in the Hammond Louisiana are that still offers Ear Crop procedures. Ear Crops surgeries are done by laser.
Address: 13219 E Adams Road Hammond, La 70403
Phone: (225) 294- 5023
Website: countrysideanimalhospitalofhammond.com
Maine
Maryland Langley Animal Hospital
Dr. Nave Dhillon has been practicing ear cropping surgeries since 1982.
Address: 6522 Sligo Parkway, Hyattsville, MD 20782
Phone: 301-434-1500
Website: langleyanimalhospital.com
Erdman Animal Hospital
Address: 3233 Erdman Ave, Baltimore, MD 21213
Phone: (410) 675-5101
Airpark Animal Hospital Ltd
Address: 1000 Littlestown Pike, Westminster, MD 21157
Phone: (410) 848-9188
Main Street Veterinary Hospital
Address: 11617 Reisterstown Rd, Reisterstown, MD 21136
Phone: (410) 526-7500
Massachusetts Central Ave Veterinary Hospital
Offers ear cropping services. View yelp reviews for Central Ave Veterinary Hospital.
Address: 455 Central Ave, SeeKonk, MA 02771
Phone: 508-761-8525
Website: centralavevethospital.com
Michigan Michigan Avenue Animal Hospital
Dr. Ajaib Dhaliwal DVM Performs ear crops at 8-12 weeks of age. Has a cut of date of 14 weeks.
Address: 706 W Michigan Ave Ypsilanti MI, 48197
Phone: 734-482-8171
Website: michigananimalhospital.com
Bridgeport Animal Hospital
JAGJIT GILL, DVM
5960 Dixie Hwy
Saginaw, MI 48601
989-777-2131
PROFESSIONAL EAR CROPPING
Minnesota
Mississippi Animal Care Hospital
Ear cropping services offered by Dr. Stephanie D. Stubbs, DVM
Address: 406 E. Railroad Street Long Beach, MS 39560
Phone: 228-868-9479
Website: animalcarehospitallongbeach.com
Missouri
Montana
Nebraska
Nevada Desert Inn Animal Hospital
Provides ear cropping services.
Address: 3065 East Desert Inn Road Las Vegas, Nevada 89121
Phone: (702) 732-2210
Website: diah.com
New Hampshire
New Jersey Millstone Animal Hospital
Ear cropping services provided by Dr. Sophia Koster. Clients include AKC Champions.
Address: 39 Carrs Tavern Road, Clarksburg, NJ 08510
Phone: (609) 259-1955
Website: millstonepetdoc.com
Millstone Animal Hospital
Address: 39 Carrs Tavern Rd, Millstone, NJ 08510
Phone: (609) 259-1955
New Mexico JoyLoy Veterinary Services
Crops performed by Dr. Carol Lloyd. Years of experience: 25
Address: 9 Camino Vega Ct. Tijeras, NM 87059
Phone: 505-286-2608
Website: joyloyvet.com
New York Animal Clinic of Woodhaven
Established over 30 years ago. Members of the NYC Veterinarian Society Since 1983, The NY State Veterinarian Society since 1983, and the American Veterinarian Medical Association since 1979.
Address: 7623 Jamaica Avenue, Woodhaven, New York 11421-1851
Phone: (718) 296-0500
Website: petdocwoodhaven.com
Fitzgerald Veterinary
Fitzgerald Veterinary offers the following services: Ear cropping, Chilled Semen Collection & Shipping, Artificial Insemination Services, Ovulation Timing (Progesterone tests), Frozen Semen Insemination, and Fertility Assessments.
Address: 961 Hawkins Avenue Lake Grove, NY 11755
Phone: (631) 738-9698
Website: fitzgeraldveterinary.com
Oceanside Animal Clinic
Address: 704 Kings Highway, Brooklyn, NY 11223
Phone: (718) 975-6901
Website: oceansideanimalclinic.com
Armory Dog & Cat Hospital
Armory Dog & Cat Hospital was established in 1928. Ear crops are performed by Dr. Albert Burchman, DVM.
Address: 18 E Kingsbridge Rd Bronx, NY 10468
Phone: 718-367-4350
Website: armorydogcathospital.com
North Carolina Creekside Veterinary Clinic
Veterinarian who performs the ear crops: Dr. Jan Crowe.
Address: 431 St. James Ave, Suite G, Goose Creek, SC 29445 (Just outside of North Carolina).
Phone: 843-824-8044
Website: creeksidevetclinic.com
Ears by Dr. Bill / Animals R Us Veterinary Clinic
Dr. Bill performs the ear crops at Animals R Us Veterinary Clinic. Dr. William M. Martin, DVM, graduated from the university of Georgia in 1961. He was the previous owner and operator the Brevard Animal Hospital (from 1964-1988), as well as the Fletcher Animal Hospital (from 1985-2001). He has over 40 years of experience. Dr. Bill also raises and has shown Great Danes for nearly 10 years as "Lambs Creek Danes".
Address: 725 Crest Road Flat Rock, NC 28731
Phone: 828-606-4259
Website: earsbydrbill.com (Dr. Bill's personal website), animalsrus.vetstreet.com
Cabarrus Animal Hospital
Address: 3030 South Cannon Blvd Kannapolis, NC 28083
Phone: 704-786-6102
Website: Earcropsbydrjohn.com
North Dakota
Ohio Warrensville Animal Center
Dr. Morse provides the expertise of “free-hand” design and cropping. This allows for the optimal shape since every puppy's ears are unique.
Address: 4003 Warrensville Center Rd, Cleveland, OH 44122
Phone: 216-491-9333
Website: warrensvilleanimalcenter.com
Noah's Ark Animal Clinic of Colerain
Address: 6340 Colerain Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45239
Phone: (513) 923-4400
Ann Midgarden, DVM
12014 Bay Rd
Wapakoneta, Ohio
(419) 753-3126
Clermont Animal Hospital
Serving the greater Cincinnati area. Ear crops performed by David J Stricker D.V.M.
Address: 1404 Old State Route 74 Batavia, Ohio 45103
Phone: (513) 732-1730
Website: clermontanimal.net
Oklahoma Northwest Animal Hospital
Dr. Wyatt is a skilled surgeon with over 30 years experience. He is known nationwide for his expertise in ear cropping. Clients include champion show dogs.
Address: 5930 Northwest 39th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73122
Phone: 405-789-3644
Website: okcvet.com
Oregon
Companion Pet Clinic
2343 Gettle St
Klamath Falls, Oregon 97603
Call: 541-882-7674
http://cpckfalls.com
Pennsylvania
Meadowlands Veterinary Hospital
Ear cropping services provided
Address: 350 Meadowlands Boulevard, Washington, PA 15301 (Just outside of Pittsburgh, PA)
Phone: 724-745-7767
Website: meadowlandsveterinary.com
Glencroft Vet Hospital
Address: 4 E Glenolden Ave, Glenolden, PA 19036
Phone: 610-583-2200
Dr. Harold Russell VMD
Columbia Veterinary Hospital Columbia, PA
Address: 4081 Columbia Ave, Columbia, PA 17512
Phone: (717) 684-2285
Bree's Animal Hospital
Ear cropping surgeries are performed by Dr. Roblejo
Address: 7436 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19136
Phone: 215-338-3219
Website: breesanimalhospital.com
Rhode Island
Washington County Veterinary Hospital
Cropping services provided for all breeds
Address: 4263 Tower Hill Road, Wakefield, RI 02879-2270
Phone: 401- 789-7600
Website: washingtoncountyvets.com
South Carolina
Creekside Veterinary Clinic
Dr. Jan Crowe has been performing ear crops for over 30 years. She has experience cropping doberman Pinschers, Pit Bulls, Boxers, Great Danes, Schnauzers, as well as more rare breeds such as the Bouvier des Flandres, Argentine Dogo, Cane Corso and Beauceron. See some of her completed ear crops here.
Address: 431 St. James Ave, Suite G, Goose Creek, SC 29445
Phone: 843-824-8044
Website: creeksidevetclinic.com
Cabarrus Animal Hospital
Address: 3030 South Cannon Blvd Kannapolis, NC 28083
Phone: 704-786-6102
Website: Earcropsbydrjohn.com
South Dakota
Horizon Pet Care
Ear crops performed by Dr. Rogen. Dr. Rogen has over 23 years experience in the veterinary field.
Address: 1100 E Holly Blvd, Brandon, South Dakota 57005
Phone: 605-582-8445
Website: horizonpetcare.com
Tennessee
Broadway Veterinary Clinic
(865) 687-2651 Get Directions
4207 N Broadway St Knoxville, TN 37917
Texas
Kitty Hawk Animal Hospital
Pups must be between the ages of 10-12 weeks old.
Address: 1534 Kitty Hawk Rd, Universal City, TX 78148
Phone: 210-764-5650
Website: kittyhawkvet.com
Animal medical & surgical hospital of Frisco
Address: 6451 Preston Rd, Frisco, TX 75034
Phone: (972) 335-1234
Appointments: amshfrisco.com
Eartrim.com
One of the very few (If only) location in the united states that specializes specifically in ear cropping. Very affordable pricing without sacrificing quality.
Address: 27351 BlueBerry Hill Dr. #37 Oak Ridge North, TX 77385
Phone: 713-818-7956
Website: Eartrim.com
North Tyler Veterinary Clinic
Provides ear cropping services.
Address: Hwy 271 And Loop 323 Tyler, Texas 75708
Phone: (903) 595-3631
Website: Not available
Utah
South Mountain Pet Care & Canine Reproduction
Specializing in Ear Crops and Reproduction. Post Ear Crop Operation Care Tips, courtesy of South Mountain Pet Care & Canine Reproduction.
Address: 132 E 13800 South Draper, UT 84020
Phone: 801-987-3639
Website: southmtnpet.com
Vermont ~ Ear Cropping is Not available in the state of Vermont.
The state of Vermont has passed a ban against ear cropping. If you prefer a dog with cropped ears, the procedure will have to be done out of state. You also have the option of purchasing a pup from out of state that already has it's ears cropped.
Virginia
Pet Clinic at Woods Corner
Owned and operated by Dr. Stuart Morse and Dr. Ann Iseler since 1987. In addition to ear cropping, Pet Clinic at Woods Corner also performs c-sections.
Address: 14234 Jefferson Davis Highway, Woodbridge, VA 22191
Phone: (703) 491-1400
Website: occoquananimalhospital.com
Washington
Summitview Cowiche Veterinary Clinic
Established in 1989 by Dr. Michael Lust. Follow up visits are included in the cost for the crop.
Address: 13555 Summitview Road Yakima, Washington 98908
Phone: (509) 966-4162
Website: summitviewvet.com
Auralvet
Address: 7207 265th St NW, Stanwood, WA 98292
Phone: 888-364-2767
Website: AuralVet
West Virginia
Fairmont Veterinary Hospital
Ear crop surgeries are performed by Dennis J. Moore D.V.M. Education: WVU BS Degree Sume Cum Laude, DVM Ohio State. Awards: State Veterinarian of the year 2001. He has over 35 years of veterinary experience.
Address: 619 Gaston Avenue Fairmont, WV 26554
Phone: (304) 363-0930
Website: fairmontpetdocs.com
Wisconsin
Angelcare Animal Hospital & Pet Resort Hospital
Dr. Limpach (20+ years of experience in cropping dog's ears)
Address: 6915 Washington Ave., Racine, WI 53406
Phone: 262-886-3337
Website: angelcarevet.net
Wyoming
Carbon County Veterinary Hospital
Dr. McFarland performs the ear crop surgeries at Carbon County Veterinary Hospital. He holds a B.A. in Biology. He's also a graduate from Colorado State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. McFarland is also an active member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, the Wyoming Veterinary Medical Association, & the American Animal Hospital Association.
Address: 921 Airport Road Rawlins, WY 82301
Phone: 307-324-5635
Website: carboncountyvet.com
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Customer referred Veterinarians
OFFERING PROFESSIONAL EAR CROPPING
Bridgeport Animal Hospital
JAGJIT GILL, DVM
5960 Dixie Hwy
Saginaw, MI 48601
989-777-2131
Animal Hospital on Olive
3107 S. Olive St
Pine Bluff, AR 71603
(870) 534-0059
Upper cumberland veterinary
Crossville Tn
Airport Hwy Animal Hosp. 419-385-5680 (9-12 wks only)
Ann Midgarden, DVM
12014 Bay Rd
Wapakoneta, Ohio
(419) 753-3126
Glencroft Vet Hospital
4 E Glenolden Ave
Glenolden, PA 19036
610-583-2200
Dr. Harold Russell VMD
California: http://www.yelp.com/biz/butchko-veterinary-hospital-riverside
Oakland, California: http://www.yelp.com/biz/st-louis-veterinary-clinic-milpitas
Texas: http://www.yelp.com/biz/animal-medical-and-surgical-hospital-of-frisco-frisco-3
Cincinnati Ohio: Noah’s Ark Animal Clinic of Colerain http://www.noahsarkanimalclinics.com/
Jasper Florida: https://www.facebook.com/Huston-Veterinary-Clinic-111979305531075/
Toppenish, WA: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Wapato-Toppenish-Veterinary-Clinic/158913380808756
Knoxville, TN: http://www.yelp.com/biz/broadway-veterinary-clinic-knoxville
Bassham in Quitman GA or Dr Greenberg in Cairo Ga
Erdman Animal Hospital Baltimore Maryland
VCA near Tacoma Washington state
All creatures in Medford Oregon does it too
Be certain of your veterinarians ability to perform ear cropping, ask for photos of their ear cropping style, you do not want your puppies ears to look like the following botched cropping jobs!
The breeder at Unique Dobermans with
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The genetics behind your Unique Doberman puppy shows that his genes are free of hip dysplasia, eye diseases, bad temperament and poor conformation.
A Doberman dog that cannot hold up to the extreme athleticism that is required to obtain working titles is a poorly conformed dog and will break down, a Doberman dog that is not readily and willing to immediately obey with a strong desire to please it's master is not a pleasant Doberman to live with inside the home and certainly will never be able to obtain these working titles.
If you have been looking for the best Doberman Family Guard Dogs, with a World Champion pedigree, Schutzhund, IPO, IGP, VPG and ZTP Working Titles in Personal Protection, Tracking, Obedience and Agility with Beauty and Brawn to match then give us a call, text, email or Facebook message.
